A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon a Facebook post from a sweet friend suggesting that her readers check out a new Kickstarter campaign. I have never been a Kickstarter supporter before, but for some reason, I clicked through to see what it was all about.
I found on that page the information about Sacred Ordinary Days, a new liturgical planner. Maybe it was because I had been swamped with work, or maybe it was because my husband was at a conference and couldn't talk me out of it, but I did something that I normally do not do. I let myself impulsively order this planner and support the Kickstarter project. One benefit of ordering was that I received a free sample PDF. The idea is to give folks a feel for how the planner could work in their lives. I have been carrying mine around for weeks, and I have to say, it really has helped me to focus and to take time to read scripture. I did not grow up in a liturgical church, but in my adult life, I have come to love the cycle that the liturgical calendar provides. Mostly I love the idea that Christians all over the world are reading the same passages as I am each day. When I was in college, I remember calling my parents to ask how their pastor used the scripture, and I shared with them my pastor's take. It was a great door to meaningful conversation, and it connected us even though we were 200 miles apart. The folks who have put this planner together have big hopes for the kind of community that it might potentially create. The Facebook group already shares encouragement. One of the Kickstarter rewards is a small group session; another is a long retreat. I do believe that if there is one thing that our world could use more of, it would be meaningful connection. Even within the Christian community, differences become the focus of our conversations all too often. I would love to know what friends of mine are using this tool; maybe we can create our own private group to share thoughts, prayers, encouragement, disappointment, and insights. The possibilities are endless! I wanted to take a moment to share the link with you all; the Kickstarter campaign ends on Friday, and after that date, you will not be able to get a hard copy for the 2016 year. Maybe you know someone who would love this as a gift, too. If you want to support, but don't want to use the planner, you can do that as well. ***Click Here*** to get to the Kickstarter page and order your planner! When you do, let me know so that we can encourage one another.
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Diana CurtisWife, mom, stepmom, writing instructor, handbell ringer, choir singer, calligrapher, and expert napper. Archives
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